1. (1) The physical education standards for third grade are that each student will be able to:

   1. (a) demonstrate competency in a variety of motor skills and movement patterns by:

      1. (i) performing a combination of motor skills in various contexts; and
      2. (ii) performing developmentally appropriate dance steps and movement patterns.

   2. (b) apply knowledge of concepts, principles, strategies, and tactics related to movement and performance by:

      1. (i) discussing the origin of a game, sport, or dance, including traditional and contemporary American Indian contributions and cultures; and
      2. (ii) recognizing the concept of open space in movement context.

   3. (c) demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to achieve and maintain a health-enhancing level of physical activity and fitness by:

      1. (i) identifying foods that are beneficial for pre- and post-physical activity;
      2. (ii) charting participation in physical activities outside health enhancement class;
      3. (iii) engaging in the activities of health enhancement class without teacher prompting;
      4. (iv) describing the concept of physical fitness and provide examples of physical activity that enhances fitness; and
      5. (v) recognizing the importance of warm-up and cool-down activities related to vigorous physical activity.

   4. (d) exhibit responsible personal and social behavior that respects self and others by:

      1. (i) practicing personal responsibility in teacher-directed activities;
      2. (ii) working independently for extended periods of time;
      3. (iii) accepting and implementing specific corrective teacher feedback;
      4. (iv) recognizing the role of rules and etiquette in physical activity with peers;
      5. (v) supporting and working cooperatively with others;
      6. (vi) discussing ways to accept others' ideas, cultural diversity, and body types during games and physical activity; and
      7. (vii) working independently and safely in physically active settings.

   5. (e) recognize the value of physical activity for health, enjoyment, self-expression, and or social interaction by:

      1. (i) discussing the relationship between physical activity and good health;
      2. (ii) discussing the challenge that comes from learning a new physical activity; and
      3. (iii) describing the positive social interactions that come when engaged with others in physical activity.

Authorizing statute(s): Mont. Const. Art. X, sec. 9, 20-2-114, MCA

Implementing statute(s): Mont. Const. Art. X, sec. 9, 20-2-121, 20-3-106, 20-7-101, MCA

History: NEW, 2016 MAR p. 1389, Eff. 7/1/17.